This page delivers traffic analytics for Douglas County, Colorado. Our metrics are calculated with multi-sourced, cross-verified data from real-world mobile and sensor networks, and averaged for Douglas County, Colorado among 850 road miles divided in 14,834 segments. Our metrics go beyond simple volume counts to provide actionable insights on traffic intensity, congestion, commercial vehicle flow, and network performance with highest possible granularity (average segment length is 303 ft). Whether you are evaluating a new retail location, planning logistics routes, or assessing infrastructure needs, this data helps you move from assumptions to certainty.
Data sourced from TrafficZoom's proprietary analytics platform.
The average number of vehicles that travel each day over any road in the road network.
6,614
Trucks
Trucks
The percentage of the total traffic volume composed of heavy vehicles.
6.9%
Average travel time
Average travel time
The average time of travel averaged among all vehicles traveling on the road network.
30.9 min
Congestion ratio
Congestion ratio
The rate at which the actual travel time exceeds free-flow travel time, averaged among all roads in the network.
16.0%
Drivers’ average age
Drivers’ average age
Average age of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
44.8 yrs
Drivers’ average income
Drivers’ average income
Average income of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
$147,999
Our data indicates an estimated average traffic volume of 6,614 vehicles per day in Douglas County, Colorado that results in 8,581,070 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈3.1 billion per year). The traffic stream is comprised of an average of 1 truck for every 15 vehicles. Typical time spent behind the wheel per trip is 30.9 minutes, which already accounts for delays at signals, intersections, and congestion.
Analytical insight
When compared to the Colorado state averages: Douglas's average daily traffic volume is 2% lower than the state average - 6,614 vehicles per day against 6,752 - suggesting less traffic load per road, a critical factor for logistics and site planning. Across the whole network that adds up to 8,581,070 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈3.1 billion per year), roughly 6.8% of Colorado's statewide total. At 30.9 minutes, the average travel time is 7% lower than the state level. Congestion runs 2% higher than the state level, at a ratio of 16.0% - more pronounced congestion - crucial for traffic control improvement and logistics planning. Douglas carries more traffic than 86% of counties in Colorado. Its average travel time of 30.9 minutes is longer than 29% of counties in Colorado.
Highway vs. Non-Highway Traffic Analysis
Highway Traffic
Traffic
Traffic
The average number of vehicles that travel each day over any road in the road network.
20,304
Trucks
Trucks
The percentage of the total traffic volume composed of heavy vehicles.
8.8%
Average travel time
Average travel time
The average time of travel averaged among all vehicles traveling on the road network.
39.0 min
Congestion ratio
Congestion ratio
The rate at which the actual travel time exceeds free-flow travel time, averaged among all roads in the network.
32.7%
Drivers’ average age
Drivers’ average age
Average age of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
44.6 yrs
Drivers’ average income
Drivers’ average income
Average income of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
$140,424
A significant volume of traffic in Douglas County, Colorado utilizes the highway network. The average highway carries 20,304 vehicles per day, 281% more than the average non-highway road in the same area, which carries 5,331 vehicles per day. That average covers 188 highway road miles divided in 1,271 segments (average segment length 782 ft), together carrying 4,912,989 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈1.8 billion per year). By highway travel volume, that ranks Douglas in the top 5 counties in Colorado. Trucks constitute 8.8% of highway traffic.
Analytical insight
The concentration of trucks on highways (8.8%) is 22% lower than the state average for similar road classifications. This indicates Douglas serves as a primarily local traffic hub. For logistics operators, this validates the importance of local access. 26% of counties in Colorado see a lower highway truck share than Douglas's 8.8%. Douglas's highway truck count is higher than 91% of counties in Colorado, at roughly 1,791 trucks per day.
Non-highway traffic
Traffic
Traffic
The average number of vehicles that travel each day over any road in the road network.
5,331
Trucks
Trucks
The percentage of the total traffic volume composed of heavy vehicles.
4.3%
Average travel time
Average travel time
The average time of travel averaged among all vehicles traveling on the road network.
30.2 min
Congestion ratio
Congestion ratio
The rate at which the actual travel time exceeds free-flow travel time, averaged among all roads in the network.
14.4%
Drivers’ average age
Drivers’ average age
Average age of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
45.1 yrs
Drivers’ average income
Drivers’ average income
Average income of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
$154,386
The non-highway road network in Douglas County, Colorado supports a substantial volume of traffic. The average non-highway road carries 5,331 vehicles per day, 74% less than the average highway in the same area, which carries 20,304 vehicles per day. That average covers 662 non-highway road miles divided in 13,563 segments (average segment length 258 ft), together carrying 3,668,081 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈1.3 billion per year). Trucks constitute 4.3% of non-highway traffic.
Analytical insight
The concentration of trucks on non-highway roads is 51% lower than on highways. The non-highway congestion ratio of 14.4% is 4% lower than the state level, suggesting more efficient local mobility than the state average. Overall, average travel time here is longer than 29% of counties in Colorado. Douglas also has the highest average driver income in Colorado among trip origins - $147,999. Douglas's median driver age is higher than 27% of counties in Colorado.
Time-of-Day & Seasonal Patterns
Peak Traffic Windows
Weekday peaks:
AM peak 7:00 AM–12:00 PM and PM peak 3:00 PM–6:00 PM, with volumes reaching approximately 102% higher than the daily average.
Weekend traffic:
Weekend volumes run about 3% below weekday levels.
Seasonal Fluctuation
Busy season:
June–August is the high season, with volumes +12% versus the annual average.
Lowest month:
January is the quietest month, with volumes -19% versus the annual average.
Analytical insight
In Douglas County, Colorado, the peak hour concentrates about 8% of the day's traffic, and seasonal swing is pronounced at +12% in high season.
Traffic Flow Profile Comparison
Metric
Douglas
Colorado
Average
Difference
Traffic
6,614
6,752
-2.0%
Truck % (Total Traffic)
6.9%
8.4%
-18.1%
Truck % (Highway)
8.8%
11.2%
-21.6%
Avg. Travel Time
30.9 min
33.2 min
-6.8%
Frequently Asked Questions
The average daily traffic volume is calculated at 6,614 vehicles per day, providing a baseline for daily operations and site assessment.
Yes - Douglas has the highest average driver income of any county in Colorado, at $147,999.
Trucks account for approximately 6.9% of the total traffic mix across all road types, with a significantly higher concentration of 8.8% on highways.
Approximately 27% of highway traffic and 9% of non-highway traffic consists of vehicles whose trip originates outside Douglas County, Colorado. This indicates that a portion of highway traffic is regional pass-through, while local roads are more representative of resident and commuter activity.
The average travel time for drivers is 30.9 minutes, offering a standard metric for commute and delivery route planning.
Traffic volumes are typically 12% higher during June–August. Volumes drop to their lowest levels in January, averaging 5,330 vehicles per day - a 19% decrease from the annual average.
Data Sources & Methodology
The data presented on this page is derived from TrafficZoom's proprietary analytics platform, which aggregates and normalizes information from multiple sources, including:
Mobile device location data (anonymized and aggregated)
